CVE-2023-40218
LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.18%
Last modified
CVE-2023-40218 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in the NPU kernel driver in Samsung Exynos Mobile Processor 9820, 980, 2100, 2200, 1280, and 1380. An integer overflow can bypass detection of error cases via a crafted application.. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the NPU kernel driver in Samsung Exynos Mobile Processor 9820, 980, 2100, 2200, 1280, and 1380. An integer overflow can bypass detection of error cases via a crafted application.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung | Exynos 9820 Firmware | All versions |
| Samsung | Exynos 980 Firmware | All versions |
| Samsung | Exynos 2100 Firmware | All versions |
| Samsung | Exynos 2200 Firmware | All versions |
| Samsung | Exynos 1280 Firmware | All versions |
| Samsung | Exynos 1380 Firmware | All versions |
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Timeline
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-40218?
An issue was discovered in the NPU kernel driver in Samsung Exynos Mobile Processor 9820, 980, 2100, 2200, 1280, and 1380. An integer overflow can bypass detection of error cases via a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2023-40218?
CVE-2023-40218 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40218?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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